SToK Extra Bold cold brew has more caffeine than Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) on both counts: 170mg per 12 oz serving against 144mg per 24 oz medium, and about 14mg per fluid ounce against 6. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.
These are different categories of drink, which changes how the caffeine arrives. Energy drinks and sodas list an exact number because caffeine is a measured additive; brewed drinks vary with the beans and the brew, so their figures are compiled averages. The numbers here are the standard published values for each.
Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) vs SToK Extra Bold cold brew: the numbers
| Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) | SToK Extra Bold cold brew | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 144mg per 24 oz medium | 170mg per 12 oz serving |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 6.0mg | 14.2mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.8 | 2.4 |
Sources: Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium)'s figure is verified in our Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer Dunkin guide (source); SToK Extra Bold cold brew's figure is verified in our SToK Extra Bold cold brew guide against SToK FAQ (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and SToK Extra Bold cold brew when you actually need the bigger hit and know your tolerance. If you are stacking either with other caffeinated drinks through the day, run the math against the 400mg reference rather than guessing.
For context, the FDA cites 400mg of caffeine a day as an amount generally not associated with negative effects in healthy adults. Tolerance and health vary, so treat these numbers as information, not advice.
Related reading
- Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium): the full caffeine guide
- SToK Extra Bold cold brew: the full caffeine guide
- The verified caffeine database
FAQ
Does Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium) or SToK Extra Bold cold brew have more caffeine? SToK Extra Bold cold brew: 170mg per 12 oz serving versus 144mg per 24 oz medium for Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium).
Which is stronger per ounce? SToK Extra Bold cold brew, at about 14.2mg per fluid ounce versus 6.0mg for Dunkin Sparkd Energy (medium).
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